Saodat Tokhirova lives and makes her exquisite suzanis in the ancient beautiful town of Penjikent. She is well-known in the area as a talented craftswoman, producing many bright works. Three daughters and two daughters-in-law assist her in this tedious work.
“Back when I was a kid, my mother told me you have to earn a handicraft and make a living with your honest labor, says Saodat. – If a person knows handicraft, he or she can overcome all the troubles life brings”.
Saodat makes suzanis for her close friends, daughters and granddaughters. Her products have been displayed at exhibitions and fairs in Penjikent and Dushanbe. Saodat believes that embroidery is different in every part of the country in the aspect of ornaments, colors and meanings. Each ornament in the suzani characterizes the person’s inner world and its link to the outside world. They also protect people from evil eye and bring joy and happiness to every home.